Dallas County bids, RFPs and contracts
Adel, IowaPop. 118,457 · dallascountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 133
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 49
- Contracts
- 1,078
- 559 vendors
The 30-second brief
133 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dallas County's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 20: The agenda included final plat review for Elaine Landing subdivision for Troy Weiland. This is another private land-development item that can lead to site work, utilities, and construction-related buying by the developer. No county contract was being awarded, but the plat indicates the project is active in local approval channels. A seller should monitor for civil, utility, and construction follow-on needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Holmes Murphy & Associates LLC ($3.25 per member per month (PMPM), Oct 2026) and Iowa Department of Natural Resources for dallas County Considers Iowa DNR Well Permitting Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dallas County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dallas County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dallas County buys from, taken from council records. 1,078 contracts with 559 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dallas County.
Questions about Dallas County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dallas County?
Dallas County currently works with 559 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 99 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Dallas County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dallas County include Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Dallas County publish RFPs?
Dallas County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 49 solicitations from Dallas County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dallas County?
At Dallas County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Planning, Finance, and City Attorney. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 99 decision-makers at Dallas County.
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What does Dallas County spend the most on?
Based on 1,360 tracked contracts, Dallas County spends most on Capital Projects (1,003), Grants (113), Public Works (91), Environmental Services (90), and Public Safety (63). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dallas County's current vendors?
Dallas County currently works with vendors including HOLMES MURPHY & ASSOCIATES LLC, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, RDG PLANNING & DESIGN INC, DES MOINES AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION, WALDINGER CORPORATION, TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, and PAVE GRADE LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dallas County working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, Dallas County is actively discussing: Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Dallas County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dallas County Commissioners Meeting: Audit Processes & HR Strategy Review, and Dallas County Amends RFQ for Adel EMS Station CMaR Services (Addendum 01). These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Dallas County have?
Dallas County currently has 49 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,003), Grants (113), and Public Works (91). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.